Castle House, the home of Newark & Sherwood District Council was evacuated earlier today, Tuesday 8th May.
Having received a suspicious package this morning, NSDC made the decision to evacuate staff from the building, as is their protocol.
The council offices are currently taped off with emergency services in attendance.
NSDC would like to apologise for any disruption to their services during this time and hope to be fully operational again shortly.
More information to follow.
United against mindless acts of vandalism at Sherwood Avenue Play Park
A statement from Councillor Barbara Corrigan, Mayor of Newark Town Council “We are deeply saddened and disappointed by horrific acts of vandalism at Sherwood Avenue Park over the weekend. This cherished community space, which has seen significant investment and care, was defaced with offensive graffiti, equipment has been ripped out of the ground entirely and horse manure was left in the park.
Could you be a blood donor?
The NHS Blood and Transplant Service are calling on local people to help fill available blood donation appointments at their Nottingham Donor Centre over coming days and weeks to help boost their blood stock levels.
Radio Newark on DAB Digital Radio.
DAB deal signals massive expansion in Radio Newark’s reach. Radio Newark's potential audience reach is set to expand dramatically after the community station’s board of directors accepted an offer to have its output relayed by Nottingham DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting).
Newark jam-packed with events this spring and summer
This year is set to be a busy one in Newark with a whole host of events set to take place in the market town over the next few months. From Artisan Markets to the CAMRA Beer Festival and ‘Race to the Castle’ (a paddle board event) to the popular Steampunk Festival, there’s lots for families and friends to get involved with.